Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 345

A project manager has been assigned to deliver a challenging project on time and within budget. The project manager needs to empower the team members by removing organizational impediments and facilitating collaboration.
What should the project manager do to lead the project?

Answer options

• A. Use a servant leader approach.
• B. Act as the project owner.
• C. Perform the project sponsor activities.
• D. Assume the functional manager role.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, emphasizes the servant leader approach, which focuses on empowering team members and fostering collaboration by removing obstacles. In contrast, B, C, and D involve roles that do not prioritize team empowerment and support, making them less effective in this context.